Nuclear Safety Innovation with Ashley Stowe

Dr. Ashley Stowe is the director of the Oak Ridge Enhanced Technology and Training Center (ORETTC) at Y-12 National Security Complex, and he joins AMSEcast to discuss his career and the mission of Y-12. With a PhD in chemistry and an MBA, Dr. Stowe leads efforts to support nuclear deterrence, fuel the nuclear navy, and advance global security. Opened in 2023, ORETTC trains first responders using cutting-edge technologies like virtual reality to simulate nuclear scenarios. Upcoming projects include a second facility with advanced capabilities and tools like immersive LED volumes and holographic tables, ensuring effective training, workforce development, and leadership in global nuclear security.     Guest Bio Dr. Ashley Stowe is the director of the Oak Ridge Enhanced Technology and Training Center (ORETTC) at Y-12 National Security Complex, a role he has held since 2021. Joining Y-12 in 2007, Dr. Stowe has served in various leadership positions, including senior development chemist, Googin Fellow, and director of the Nuclear Forensics and Detection Initiative. He also led CNS's university and minority-serving institution partnership programs. Dr. Stowe holds a PhD in chemistry from Florida State University and an MBA from the University of Tennessee. An accomplished researcher and adjunct professor, he is widely recognized for his contributions to nuclear science.     Show Highlights (0:35) Introducing Dr. Ashley Stowe (1:40) How Ashley began his journey to Y-12 (3:49) Y-12's overall mission and how it's operated (7:22) How people who receive ORETTC training are chosen and where they find trainers (9:54) The technology used during training at ORETTC (11:00) The types of facilities ORETTC is training to address during emergencies (14:23) How Ashley evaluates the effectiveness of training (20:15) Steps students and others can take to follow in Ashley's footsteps (25:12) What's next for ORETTC (28:58) ORETTC's LED volume     Link Referenced Ashley Stowe email: [email protected]